July News from People’s Self-Help Housing

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eNewsletter | July 2023

Last week we were joined by community partners, residents, team members, and more to celebrate the grand opening of Templeton Place II, a new PSHH affordable housing community for seniors & veterans!
Dear Friend,We are in the midst of a Summer of Celebration here at People’s!

Last week saw the Grand Opening of Templeton Place II  – 36 units of truly permanently affordable housing for seniors and veterans, some of whom have come directly out of homelessness. $17M of investment went in this development, substantial amounts of which were injected straight into the local economy through construction subcontracting, including with a designated Disabled Veteran Enterprise. Though many challenges and obstacles showed up along the way, partnerships with multiple federal and state agencies and stakeholders from around the local community, made it happen!

Later this summer, we’ll be helping families building through our self-help program ‘go vertical’!  As we join them in Nipomo at the ‘Wall Raising’, I’ll be participating in one of the most joyful events on the People’s Calendar. Ten families have begun their journeys towards homeownership, one which will see them staunchly contributing 40 hours of hard work every week, over many months. Such inspiration is worthy indeed of celebration.

Summer celebrations here on the Central Coast stretch late into the year, and in September and October we’ll be holding even more grand openings in San Luis Obispo and in Pismo Beach. So stay tuned, and thank you for the continued support which make these life-changing celebrations possible,

Ken Trigueiro
CEO & President

Recognizing Excellence
The John Fowler Scholarship, named in recognition of former President & CEO of PSHH, was created to support students in their pursuit of higher education, vocational training, or trade schools. Since 2020, two $1,000 scholarships have been awarded each year to students who demonstrate a commitment to bettering their community, a strong motivation for excellence, and planned enrollment in a degree or certificate program.

Congratulations to Kaleb Robles (pictured) and Lucia Ramirez Solano for being selected as this year’s John Fowler Scholarship Award winners!

Affordable Housing Insights from PSHH
Are you organizing a panel discussion or seeking expert insights on affordable housing? We are pleased to offer our services to fellow nonprofits, service organizations, local businesses, or anyone in the community who is searching for knowledge and support as they broaden their understanding of affordable housing issues.

To arrange a speaker, email communications@pshhc.org and we can help coordinate an affordable housing expert and presentation that aligns with your specific needs and interests.

Celebrating Academic Success
As the school year comes to a close, we are thrilled to share some inspiring news from our Camino Scholars! End-of-year diagnostics have been completed, showcasing significant improvements across the board. For the 400+ students participating in our education program:

  • Number of students performing above their grade level doubled (6% to 12%)
  • Number of students performing at their grade level increased (6% to 10%)
  • Number of students performing below their grade level decreased (88% to 78%)

Overall, the data reflects a remarkable 66% improvement in student performance across all categories, a testament to the collective efforts and commitment to academic excellence of our educators and students across the Central Coast!

                    
Sierra Madre Cottages provides a safe, supportive home for seniors in Santa Maria. Conveniently located near the Elwin Mussell Senior Center, shopping, and public transportation, this property also has a community center, garden space, energy efficient features, an emergency response system, and ADA-accessible design.
Broad Street Place is a new affordable housing community in the city of San Luis Obispo, serving low-income households. The property has three commercial spaces for local businesses and 40 residential apartments with studio, one, two and three-bedroom floorplans offered. A number of units provide ADA-certified accessibility for those with mobility, hearing, and vision limitations.

Learn more & apply!

Your Feedback is Valued!
In a recent ‘1 Question Survey’, we asked if there was interest in having this newsletter, the monthly eNews, translated into any other languages. We were thrilled to receive your feedback, with many expressing a desire to have it available in Spanish.

We are excited to announce that starting next month, the eNewsletter will be available in both English and Spanish, to better serve our diverse community. No extra action is needed to receive the bilingual edition. We hope this change will greater ensure that our information is inclusive and accessible to all.

Join the Team!
We offer an array of dynamic, rewarding opportunities to strengthen your career while making a difference! Take a look at our current openings:
  • Lead Educator | Paso Robles
  • Maintenance Technician I | Atascadero
  • Maintenance Technician I | Morro Bay
  • Maintenance Technician III | Santa Barbara
  • Marketing & Occupancy Coordinator | San Luis Obispo
  • Project Manager I or II | Remote or Hybrid
  • Property Accountant | San Luis Obispo/Hybrid
  • Property Manager | Pismo Beach
  • Roving Property Manager | Templeton
  • Substitute Roving Educator | Santa Barbara County
For full job descriptions and to apply see pshhc.org/careers!
July Partnerships
Thank you to all who have supported our work through generous gifts and grant funding, including:

  • House of Bread for hosting a happy hour fundraiser benefiting the Resident Assistance Fund
  • The City of Pismo Beach – $5,000 for supportive housing services in Pismo Beach

In Case You Missed It…
Here’s the top story from the last edition:
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to some of the newest residents of Templeton Place II! This month, we were thrilled to pass over the keys to the new individuals who will be calling it home.
To view archives of all our newsletters, visit pshhc.org/newsroom!
Land Acknowledgement

PSHH acknowledges the indigenous people of the territories that our organization occupies, including the Chumash, Salinan, Yokuts, Kitanemuk, and Tataviam people. To read the full land acknowledgement, visit pshhc.org/IDEA.

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1060 Kendall Road

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401